Job summary
The role holder will provide a focal point for the Trust in relation to the delivery of Emergency Preparedness, Resilience and Response (EPRR) representation on a local basis in the Dorset and Wiltshire areas, ensuring that planning and response arrangements are in place to achieve an effective and co-ordinated response to adverse events, major incidents and emergencies as defined by the Civil Contingencies Act (2004).
Delivering training across a range of EPRR subjects is part of the role, both for internal and external audiences.
Every EPRR Officer is accountable for the delivery and achievement of the NHS England Core and Interoperable Standards relevant to their area of responsibility.
Developing, testing and evaluating plans for specific risks, threats and events informed by the Trust or Community Risk Registers, liaising with multiagency blue light partners and the wider NHS to ensure plans align with other agencies.
Provide appropriate assistance and expertise to operational, tactical and strategic commanders in the event of a significant or major incident by performing the role of a Tactical Advisor/National Inter-agency Liaison Officer for the Trust.
Remain up to date in National, NHS and other emergency services strategies concerning civil protection issues as necessary, supporting the EPRR Manager with interpreting these and ensuring that the Trust is aligned.
Main duties of the job
- Test and evaluate the emergency plans for the South Western Ambulance Service NHS Trust, identifying lessons and best practice and proposing changes to practices, procedures and proposing policy or service changes beyond own area where required;
- Interpret and implements national and local policies and guidelines within their area of responsibility;
- Review major incident planning, resource availability and deployment to ensure compliance with clinical and operational standards;
- Participate and lead in the delivery of EPRR training including command refresher training up to the Tactical level.
- Provide and receive complex information and represent the Trust in a multi-agency environment.
- To plan and coordinate the Trust participation in multi-agency exercises in relation to enable the Trust to test its emergency plans in association with the plans of other stakeholders;
- Support the competence and preparedness of operational staff and managers to deal effectively with emergency incidents by providing advice and support to the incident management teams as appropriate;
- Participate in the Trust Tactical Advisor/NILO 'on call' rota;
- Fulfil the role of a commander to the appropriate level of training as required;
- Review national and assess local risks and threats to the Trust and the delivery of care to our patients, conduct risk assessments and develop action plans to mitigate risks on behalf of the Trust.
- For full details, please refer to the attached JD.
About us
At South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) we have a culture where everyone is valued for being themselves. Our aim is to work together to promote the most inclusive environment possible, which attracts people from the widest range of backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work that we do together, for the benefit of all of our employees, our patients and the communities we serve. We offer flexible working opportunities, inclusive policies and a range of feedback mechanisms to support individuals and to enable a positive, welcoming environment where our people and their careers can thrive in.
We employ over 6,000 employees mainly clinical, operational and emergency response staff as well as supporting roles. We also employ Doctors and volunteers which include community first responders and fire co-responders.
We take all the steps needed to provide the most compassionate patient care possible whilst also providing an enjoyable and safe place to work. We actively promote a positive set of behaviours as being key to our performance both individually and collectively. Our recruitment, selection and screening processes are designed to uphold these standards and we invite all our candidates to actively share with us through these processes how they will bring these behaviours to life.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This position, whilst supporting EPRR activities across the whole Trust and wider EPRR team, is primarily providing a focal point in the geographical area of Dorset and Wiltshire where frequent travel to internal and external meetings and events will be required within these locations.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This position, whilst supporting EPRR activities across the whole Trust and wider EPRR team, is primarily providing a focal point in the geographical area of Dorset and Wiltshire where frequent travel to internal and external meetings and events will be required within these locations.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Degree level qualification, or equivalent professional experience.
- Driving license that meet the Trusts requirements including C1 category.
- Staff management knowledge acquired through training and/or experience.
Desirable
- NILO qualification
- Blue light driving qualification
- Diploma in Health Emergency Planning qualification or equivalent experience or qualifications
- Command Trained to Operational and/or Tactical Level.
- Award in Education and Training or similar
- Registered Health Care Professional.
Previous experience (Paid/ Unpaid relevant to job)
Essential
- Two years' experience in an emergency planning environment or demonstrable evidence of knowledge and experience.
- Experience of working with minimum supervision.
Desirable
- Previous NHS EPRR experience
- Appropriate experience in training or educational teaching.
- Pre-hospital clinical responder experience
- Previous command and control experience.
Skills, knowledge, ability
Essential
- Able to write and develop comprehensive, realistic plans.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including ability to compile reports, and deliver presentations.
- Good analytical skills
- Up to date knowledge of National, NHS and emergency services strategies / guidance / frameworks concerning emergency planning.
- Knowledge of the Legal Duties from the Civil Contingency Act 2004 and associated guidance.
- Knowledge of the NHS and in particular the Ambulance Service.
- Knowledge of procedures for responding to emergency & other situations and major incidents.
Aptitude and personal characteristics
Essential
- Able to work effectively in pressurised situations, organising and prioritising work to meet deadlines
- Flexible, motivated, enthusiastic and committed. Willing to work flexible hours and travel around the Trust geographical area on a regular basis
- Innovative and intuitive.
- Ability to interact with people from varying cultural backgrounds and social environments.
- Committed to high quality patient care and patient experience.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management showing good political awareness.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Degree level qualification, or equivalent professional experience.
- Driving license that meet the Trusts requirements including C1 category.
- Staff management knowledge acquired through training and/or experience.
Desirable
- NILO qualification
- Blue light driving qualification
- Diploma in Health Emergency Planning qualification or equivalent experience or qualifications
- Command Trained to Operational and/or Tactical Level.
- Award in Education and Training or similar
- Registered Health Care Professional.
Previous experience (Paid/ Unpaid relevant to job)
Essential
- Two years' experience in an emergency planning environment or demonstrable evidence of knowledge and experience.
- Experience of working with minimum supervision.
Desirable
- Previous NHS EPRR experience
- Appropriate experience in training or educational teaching.
- Pre-hospital clinical responder experience
- Previous command and control experience.
Skills, knowledge, ability
Essential
- Able to write and develop comprehensive, realistic plans.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including ability to compile reports, and deliver presentations.
- Good analytical skills
- Up to date knowledge of National, NHS and emergency services strategies / guidance / frameworks concerning emergency planning.
- Knowledge of the Legal Duties from the Civil Contingency Act 2004 and associated guidance.
- Knowledge of the NHS and in particular the Ambulance Service.
- Knowledge of procedures for responding to emergency & other situations and major incidents.
Aptitude and personal characteristics
Essential
- Able to work effectively in pressurised situations, organising and prioritising work to meet deadlines
- Flexible, motivated, enthusiastic and committed. Willing to work flexible hours and travel around the Trust geographical area on a regular basis
- Innovative and intuitive.
- Ability to interact with people from varying cultural backgrounds and social environments.
- Committed to high quality patient care and patient experience.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management showing good political awareness.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
Address
East Devon Operations Centre
Dakota Way, Skypark, Clyst Honiton,
Exeter
EX5 2FL
Employer's website
https://www.swast.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
